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HR Giger Museum

The HR Giger Museum is located in the medieval Château St. Germain in Gruyères, Switzerland. It houses the most extensive collection of artworks from HR Giger's various creative periods, spanning from the early 1960s to the present day, including his famous biomechanical paintings and film designs for productions such as Alien, Dune, Species and Poltergeist 2. The top floor features a permanent exhibition of Giger's private art collection and a museum gallery with rotating exhibitions of international artists. Adjacent to the museum is the immersive Museum HR Giger Bar, a walk-in work of art inspired by the Baroque period and Giger's biomechanical designs.

Information

  • Visit duration: 45min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Open daily. Spring/Summer (April - October): Monday to Friday 10:00-18:00, Saturday & Sunday 10:00-18:30. Winter (November - March): Monday to Friday 12:00-17:00, Saturday & Sunday 10:00-18:00.
Monday
10:00-18:00 (April - October)
Tuesday
10:00-18:00 (April - October)
Wednesday
10:00-18:00 (April - October)
Thursday
10:00-18:00 (April - October)
Friday
10:00-18:00 (April - October)
Saturday
10:00-18:30 (April - October)
Sunday
10:00-18:30 (April - October)

Admission fees

12.5 CHF
Adult admission
8.5 CHF
Students, seniors and military
4 CHF
Child admission
8.5 CHF
Group price for 12 or more adults
7.5 CHF
Group price for 12 or more students, seniors or military
3 CHF
Group price for 12 or more children

Contact

Webpage
hrgigermuseum.com
Email
info@hrgigermuseum.com
Address
Rue du Château 2, 1663 Gruyères

Access

Nearby stops

  • Gruyères, ville300 meters walking distance
  • Gruyères900 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
1h 17m
Bern
1h 23m
Thun
1h 53m
Olten
1h 59m
Martigny
2h 3m

FAQ

  • Are children allowed to visit the museum?
    Some of the artworks are not suitable for children. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    Only the museum store is wheelchair accessible. The museum does not have an elevator.
  • Do I need to book tickets in advance?
    Advance tickets are not required and are not sold on the website. Tickets can be purchased at the museum on the day of your visit.
  • Are animals allowed in the museum?
    Animals, even if on a leash or in a bag, are not permitted in the museum, with the exception of guide dogs.
  • How long should I allow for a visit?
    Your visit can last as long as you like, but allow between 30 minutes and 1 hour, depending on your interest.
  • Are guided tours available at the museum?
    Guided tours are available by reservation in French, German, English, Italian or Spanish, for a maximum of twelve people per group. Reservations must be made 2 weeks in advance.